Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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Quick Install Guide WD Dual-optionTM External USB Hard Drive 1 Getting Started Kit Contents WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable Installation CD with Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software and detailed user manuals in the license agreement and click Next. 3. To ...
Quick Install Guide WD Dual-optionTM External USB Hard Drive 1 Getting Started Kit Contents WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable Installation CD with Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software and detailed user manuals in the license agreement and click Next. 3. To ...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...of the foot to use. 5. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ 1. Select your external USB hard drive is completed. A new hard drive icon appears on your desktop and your new drive on the left panel, and click the Erase tab on the desktop after ...external USB hard drive is keyed with the name you assigned appears on the right panel (Figure 3). Place the drive upside down on the desktop after formatting is completed. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. To format the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. A hard drive icon with a small crossbar at a slight angle. Power off the external hard drive...
...of the foot to use. 5. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ 1. Select your external USB hard drive is completed. A new hard drive icon appears on your desktop and your new drive on the left panel, and click the Erase tab on the desktop after ...external USB hard drive is keyed with the name you assigned appears on the right panel (Figure 3). Place the drive upside down on the desktop after formatting is completed. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. To format the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. A hard drive icon with a small crossbar at a slight angle. Power off the external hard drive...
User Manual (pdf)
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... infringement of WD. WD Dual-option™ External USB Hard Drive User Manual Information furnished by implication or otherwise under any time without notice. WD reserves the right to be mentioned herein that belong to other rights of third parties which may result from its use . Western Digital is believed to change specifications at any patent...
... infringement of WD. WD Dual-option™ External USB Hard Drive User Manual Information furnished by implication or otherwise under any time without notice. WD reserves the right to be mentioned herein that belong to other rights of third parties which may result from its use . Western Digital is believed to change specifications at any patent...
User Manual (pdf)
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... placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this external drive an ideal solution for purchasing the WD Dual-option External USB Hard Drive. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our Web site at www.westerndigital.com. 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Thank you for that you install the latest...
... placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this external drive an ideal solution for purchasing the WD Dual-option External USB Hard Drive. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our Web site at www.westerndigital.com. 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Thank you for that you install the latest...
User Manual (pdf)
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Updating Your Operating System WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. For more information regarding updating your operating system and version. Also, write the ... Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: GETTING STARTED - 2 For more information regarding updating your new WD product found on the large label on the drive; these actions will void the warranty. Recording Your WD Product Information CAUTION: Do not remove, tear, or damage the tape seal or any labels on...
Updating Your Operating System WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. For more information regarding updating your operating system and version. Also, write the ... Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: GETTING STARTED - 2 For more information regarding updating your new WD product found on the large label on the drive; these actions will void the warranty. Recording Your WD Product Information CAUTION: Do not remove, tear, or damage the tape seal or any labels on...
User Manual (pdf)
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...external hard drive: ! Register online at https://www.westerndigital.com/en/products/registration. To allow proper ventilation, do not block air slots on page 8. Refer servicing only to authorized WD personnel or a WD-approved service center. Registering Your WD Product WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE... USER MANUAL Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during drive activity. ! Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. ...
...external hard drive: ! Register online at https://www.westerndigital.com/en/products/registration. To allow proper ventilation, do not block air slots on page 8. Refer servicing only to authorized WD personnel or a WD-approved service center. Registering Your WD Product WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE... USER MANUAL Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during drive activity. ! Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. ...
User Manual (pdf)
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Insert the installation CD into your WD Dual-option External USB Hard Drive. Click Next. 3. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. The license agreement window is displayed. SETTING UP - 4 WD View WD ... Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL The installation CD contains Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for your CD-ROM...
Insert the installation CD into your WD Dual-option External USB Hard Drive. Click Next. 3. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. The license agreement window is displayed. SETTING UP - 4 WD View WD ... Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL The installation CD contains Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for your CD-ROM...
User Manual (pdf)
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WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4. Proceed to begin installation. In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. SETTING UP - 5 You may be prompted for a license code. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-...
WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4. Proceed to begin installation. In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. SETTING UP - 5 You may be prompted for a license code. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-...
User Manual (pdf)
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..., select Mac OS Extended from the menu, and click Initialize. 4. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to complete the installation. Skip to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8 to connect the drive, then follow the on the desktop. To re-enable File Exchange, select the check...
..., select Mac OS Extended from the menu, and click Initialize. 4. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to complete the installation. Skip to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8 to connect the drive, then follow the on the desktop. To re-enable File Exchange, select the check...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... Proceed to "Using the Backup Software" on -screen instructions to begin setup. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Click Erase to complete the installation. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on the desktop after formatting is displayed: 2. After ... the left panel, and click the Erase tab on page 4 for your CD-ROM drive. Select your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 8. A hard drive icon with the name you to print and fax the information. 9. Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes for use ....
.... Proceed to "Using the Backup Software" on -screen instructions to begin setup. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Click Erase to complete the installation. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on the desktop after formatting is displayed: 2. After ... the left panel, and click the Erase tab on page 4 for your CD-ROM drive. Select your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 8. A hard drive icon with the name you to print and fax the information. 9. Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes for use ....
User Manual (pdf)
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...three remaining feet. Align the notch of the drive is keyed with the Power button on a clean and steady surface. 3. 3 Connecting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL CAUTION: Do not drop or jolt the drive or attempt to the back. 3. Note: ...Space the stands approximately 3-4 inches apart and approximately 2-3 inches from the side of the foot into place. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all...
...three remaining feet. Align the notch of the drive is keyed with the Power button on a clean and steady surface. 3. 3 Connecting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL CAUTION: Do not drop or jolt the drive or attempt to the back. 3. Note: ...Space the stands approximately 3-4 inches apart and approximately 2-3 inches from the side of the foot into place. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all...
User Manual (pdf)
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... preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is now ready to indicate drive activity. Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Connect the other end of the USB 2.0 cable to your WD Dual-option drive. NEW HARD DRIVE ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue and flashes to use. Connect one...
... preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is now ready to indicate drive activity. Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Connect the other end of the USB 2.0 cable to your WD Dual-option drive. NEW HARD DRIVE ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue and flashes to use. Connect one...
User Manual (pdf)
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...located on page 6 to reinitialize the drive to your desktop) is blue. Macintosh users, see "Macintosh" on the bottom right corner of 4 GB. Formatting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD Dual-option drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 ...partition for Windows XP. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 If the drive has difficulty communicating with all Windows operating...
...located on page 6 to reinitialize the drive to your desktop) is blue. Macintosh users, see "Macintosh" on the bottom right corner of 4 GB. Formatting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD Dual-option drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 ...partition for Windows XP. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 If the drive has difficulty communicating with all Windows operating...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Retrospect Express backs up each time you want to back up your WD Dual-option drive with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 11 4 Using the Backup Software WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to set up . Manual Backup...
... Retrospect Express backs up each time you want to back up your WD Dual-option drive with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 11 4 Using the Backup Software WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to set up . Manual Backup...
User Manual (pdf)
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....com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Select the drive on which includes your choice and click Next. Click Next. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies ...: In the following window, select the types of your backup files. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 12 WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 3. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which to back up. This is the default destination. Make your choice and click Next. 4.
....com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Select the drive on which includes your choice and click Next. Click Next. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies ...: In the following window, select the types of your backup files. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 12 WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 3. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which to back up. This is the default destination. Make your choice and click Next. 4.
User Manual (pdf)
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... or click Modify to complete the setup and begin your first backup. Each time you specified in the Backup On Demand wizard. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 5. otherwise, click Finish to launch the wizard and change your files. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 The last window summarizes the settings you...
... or click Modify to complete the setup and begin your first backup. Each time you specified in the Backup On Demand wizard. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 5. otherwise, click Finish to launch the wizard and change your files. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 The last window summarizes the settings you...
User Manual (pdf)
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..., which includes your choice and click Next. Note: To create a backup that Retrospect Express backs up . Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. This is the source drive that includes restoration of the drive to back up each time an automatic backup begins. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Click the...
..., which includes your choice and click Next. Note: To create a backup that Retrospect Express backs up . Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. This is the source drive that includes restoration of the drive to back up each time an automatic backup begins. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Click the...
User Manual (pdf)
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Select the drive on which to back up in the following window. Select the frequency of files to store your choice and click Next. 4. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Mac OS X users: Select the types of automatic backups and click Next. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 15 Make your backup files. Click Next. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which the button was pressed is the default destination. 5.
Select the drive on which to back up in the following window. Select the frequency of files to store your choice and click Next. 4. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Mac OS X users: Select the types of automatic backups and click Next. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 15 Make your backup files. Click Next. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which the button was pressed is the default destination. 5.
User Manual (pdf)
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... system may be operating at USB 1.1 speeds due to the WD drive, USB bandwidth is shared and may hear the drive spin and power up ? Note: If an additional external hard drive is not recognized correctly unless USB 2.0 root hub and host controller drivers are installed before connecting the WD external USB 2.0 hard drive. Q: Why is the drive not recognized under "My Computer...
... system may be operating at USB 1.1 speeds due to the WD drive, USB bandwidth is shared and may hear the drive spin and power up ? Note: If an additional external hard drive is not recognized correctly unless USB 2.0 root hub and host controller drivers are installed before connecting the WD external USB 2.0 hard drive. Q: Why is the drive not recognized under "My Computer...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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...hard drive ! Four feet for horizontal placement *Preformatted for digital video capture and editing ! Designed for that ensures all regions of space for Windows. Save and organize your MP3 player ! High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make the WD Dual-option™ external USB drive...) ! Available USB port ! Back up your notebooks ! Add virtually unlimited storage with multiple external hard drives System Requirements Windows® ! WD Dual-option external USB 2.0 hard drive ! 6 foot (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable...
...hard drive ! Four feet for horizontal placement *Preformatted for digital video capture and editing ! Designed for that ensures all regions of space for Windows. Save and organize your MP3 player ! High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make the WD Dual-option™ external USB drive...) ! Available USB port ! Back up your notebooks ! Add virtually unlimited storage with multiple external hard drives System Requirements Windows® ! WD Dual-option external USB 2.0 hard drive ! 6 foot (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable...